dr. lewis teperman: the functions of a healthy liver
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Dr. Lewis Teperman: The Functions of a Healthy Liver
Dr. Lewis Teperman is an associate professor of surgery and vice chairman of surgery at the NYU School of Medicine in
Manhattan. Dr. Teperman specializes in liver transplant surgery, and oversees the medical
center's Organ Transplant Center.
As the body’s largest internal organ, a healthy liver is necessary for good overall health. The liver performs over 500 distinct, vital functions
within the body. It serves as a purifier, breaking down toxins and removing them
through the production of bile. The liver also breaks down food nutrients to produce
proteins and energy, and to store nutrients such as iron for future use. This organ
regulates blood clotting and blood chemical levels. It also supports the immune system
and resists infection by clearing the blood of bacteria.
The liver is the only organ that can regenerate, and it can continue to function even after it has lost three-quarters of its
cells.
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